Sugarcane production in Kenya
President William Ruto aims to position Kenya as a sugar exporter by 2027, citing revived industry efforts. Key steps include writing off Sh117 billion in debts and clearing farmers’ and workers’ arrears. With record sugar output of 832,000 metric tons in 2024, Ruto says Kenya is on track for surplus production and regional exports, making sugarcane farming more profitable.
President William Ruto in January announced plans to transform the country into a major sugar exporter by 2027.
Ruto emphasised the country’s ongoing strategies implemented to revitalise the industry, which he said has long faced challenges, including production gaps.
He pointed out that the writing off of Sh117 billion in debts, including the payment of Sh1.7 billion in farmers’ arrears and Sh650 million owed to employees, was part of the efforts to revive the sector.
These efforts, he noted, are beginning to show promising fruits.
“With a record 832,000 metric tons of sugar produced last year, Kenya is on course to attain surplus production and commence regional exports by 2027, turning sugarcane cultivation into a viable and rewarding venture,” he said.
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Source : The Star
